Second Chances (Athena Group Novel Book 1) by C.W. Stokes

Kim had one more place to go and then she’d come up, and we build a strong case on Hawk as well as many other prominent business men.”
    Shelby was puzzled that they didn’t know that Roger was participating in any kind of human trafficking. She kept constant watch on all his properties and his personnel. Sometimes there were things she just didn’t want to see, but it was part of the package. If you were going to play big brother, you had to be prepared to see more than you wanted to at times.
    “Ok, so let’s take a look at the nightclub in New York City that is own by is corporation.  What city was she in prior to New York?” She looked at Max. 
    He was deep in thought. She decided not to push him, so she turned and started working.  She pulled up Roger’s holdings, and they were vast across the board.  He had interests in several countries and across all the major markets.
    Several hours later, the software still hadn’t come up with a match for either agent. She stood up and started for the door. When Max didn’t follow her, she turned “Max, come on it’s time for a break. We can go down the hall and grab a quick bite.” Closing his laptop he stood uncurling his tall from the chair made her groan with desire. Even if she were mad at him, he could still make her body warm.
    They went down the hall to the dining area where a buffet was set out. He just stared at the sight before him then looked at her questioningly.
    “Liz is very good to her employees. She has a chef on staff to prepare meals for everyone.” She explained. “It makes it easier for some to be able to eat on site, as opposed to trying to go out and find something or worry about bringing something from home.”
    As they made their way through the line, they remained silent. She couldn’t help but wonder what he was thinking. He had been quiet and withdrawn ever since their exchange, but she didn’t push him. They sat down at a table and began to eat in silence.
    “Shelby, I’m sorry about clamming up back there.” he said silently.
    “We all have our limits on what we will or will not talk about. Plus dealing with having to identify one of your own would be a lot for anyone.” he stared at her.
    “I’ve been in this business for twenty years, and I’ve had to deal with death on more than one occasion. What I haven’t had to deal with is the death of someone I felt responsible for. Agent Le came to me wanting to be put undercover. I refused at first, but she was tenacious and I finally agreed. Now, because I gave in, she’s dead. That lies solely on me and no one else.”
    She could see the sorrow and pain all over his face and by how rigid his body had become. She reached across the table gently squeezing his hand. That small touch sent lightning bolts through them both.
    He stood up grabbing her hand and pulled her to the elevators. She was having trouble keeping up with him. His strides were longer than hers. “Max!” She softly cried.
    He clearly was on a mission, and she didn't want to stop him. As soon as the elevator door closed he pushed her against the wall and plunged his tongue deep inside her mouth. He wrapped his hand around her ass pulling her up against him. She wrapped her legs around his waist, and she could already feel his desire bulging against his jeans. She pushed her hands through his hair and down his shoulders into his shirt.
    He reached down and pushed his hands into the back of her slacks and between her legs and felt how slick her flesh was. He stuck a finger into her folds and pushed deep inside her. His fingers matched his tongue. He wasn't holding back. He wanted to possess her.
    They didn’t hear the elevator when it opened, but the sudden light from the hall brought them to.
    He let her go briefly as they walked to his door.
    She followed him inside and as soon as they were through the door he took hold of her turning her around so that her back was to his chest. He kisses her on the